Trista Hartman

Logistics professional with extensive experience in fleet operations and optimization, specializing in generating growth and revenue. Successfully implemented GPS and telematics systems to boost fleet efficiency while managing daily operations and performance metrics. Skilled in fostering relationships and mentoring teams to achieve operational goals.

• Developed Client Value Directives
• Self-Driven & Results-Oriented
• Salesforce Experience
• Innovative Problem Solving
• Assertive Conflict Management
• Created Forecasting Strategies
• Strategic Business Acumen
• Capture and Process Management
• Superior Customer Relations

• AIR-WEIGH ONBOARD SCALES, Regional Sales Manager, 05/23, 08/23, Responsible for developing business partnerships with trucking companies as well as maintain existing partnerships., Attend expos as an exhibitor showcasing Air-Weigh on board scales.
• CRETE CARRIER, Regional and Dedicated Operations Manager, 06/21, 04/23, Responsible for the management of office employees, drivers, and customer accounts., Successful implementation of processes managing multi-million dollar accounts while achieving consistent results meeting and/or exceeding company goal., Manage upwards of 150 employees., Oversee operational systems, processes, and infrastructure while looking for opportunities of improvement or revision., Anticipate and track operational and tactical risks and provide strategic solutions., Manage day to day business while balancing the responsibilities of various business lines such as business analysis, vendor, and risk management., Collaborate with other departments to ensure seamless business execution, reinforce positive morale, and uphold company values., Oversee and report weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual metrics., Track issues and conflicts, remove barriers, and resolve issues and escalate to appropriate level when required.
• CRETE CARRIER, Regional Loader Planner, 07/19, 06/21, Guide the mid-south regional fleet by exercising sound, logistical planning., Increased revenue/truck/day by $221 with a potential revenue of $30M annually if the current fleet of 290 trucks stays on its current trajectory, with results acknowledged as the highest numbers in two years., Decreased the overall deadhead by 3%, bringing the company closer to its 10% goal.
• CRETE CARRIER, Assistant Terminal and Account Manager, 06/17, 07/19, Filled a dual role with time divided equally between two facilities in starkly contrasting positions, completing tasks with a high level of accuracy, efficiency, and fluidity., Focused on addressing administrative issues within the Assistant Terminal Manager role with work including payroll, safety and compliance, personal and medical leave, recruitment and retention, and driver performance duties., Managed a dedicated Walmart fleet account within the Assistant Account Manager role and ensured that minimum customer expectations were met in regard to timely pickup and delivery as well as the proper maintenance of equipment., Reduced the overall operating ratio and expediently addressed driver issues regarding safety, compliance, miles, and payroll., Prioritized retention and growth through modeling cooperation and building positive relationships.
• CRETE CARRIER, Onboarding Team Lead, 06/15, 06/17, Created a well-informed, safety conscious, and dedicated team with focused attention on meeting operational goals., Managed the consistently growing program with oversight of 250 drivers and five Asset Managers., Generated a sizeable savings of $13K+ per month by working with operations and employees to boost service efficiency., Contributed to the growth and implementation of an Onboarding Fleet program tailored specifically to Walmart Distribution Centers across the nation., Unified the shop and operations at the Distribution Center and created a cohesive team which allowed for both departments to meet individual departmental goals.
• CRETE CARRIER, Onboarding Asset Manager, 02/15, 06/15, Charged with spearheading the growth and development of this pilot program with responsibility for the training and development of new hire drivers, acclimating employees to company policies and procedures to aid in reducing initial turnover rates., Received promotion after only four months with the company.
• CRETE CARRIER, Asset Manager, 04/14, 02/15, Hired to manage operations with prior experience in the trucking industry., Improved annualized miles significantly and rapidly while also decreasing driver turnover within the fleet which was taken over upon hire.